The phrase "general thrust" refers to the main idea or overall direction of something. It represents the main point or objective that is being conveyed or pursued. Full definition
On the substance of monetary policy, I have been clearly on the dovish side of the Fed for quite sometime and think the risks of the last rate increase exceeded the benefits so I agree with Sanders general thrust. (larrysummers.com)
I think any material shift in focus toward your successes as a blogger / consultant may undermine the general thrust of interest which your dedicated readership shows up for. (financialsamurai.com)
The general thrust of the article seems to be that one should plan for unlikely outcomes. (financialsamurai.com)